Jamestown resident Joe Ford retired recently from his stint as Newport County Sheriff. He served seven years of a 10- year appointment as the county's sheriff and has worked for the state in a number of capacities for 32 years. More...

Few drivers would complain about having an easier commute, and that's just what the Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority is hoping to achieve with the implementation of a new electronic toll system on its Newport Pell Bridge. More...

There are so many people to thank for the success of the fundraiser that celebrated the life of 11-year-old Payton Watson. It was the 12th birthday party that she wanted and would have planned for herself. More...

Today is the last day of 2008. It is only fitting that the last column is dedicated to famous last words, since we will soon be uttering the last words of this trying year. President-elect Barack Obama particularly savored the last words of his acceptance speech at the end of an arduous campaign: " . . . More...

The Jamestown Community Chorus, now entering its 60th year, will begin rehearsals on Monday, Jan. 12, at 7 p.m. for its spring concerts. Additional singers in all sections— soprano, alto, tenor, and bass—are invited to join. Auditions are not required. More...

Thursday Jan. 1 5:30 p.m., Alcoholics Anonymous, St. Matthew's Church 8 p.m., Gamblers Anonymous, St. Lucy's Church, Middletown Friday Jan. 2 10 a.m., Gentle Yoga, Jamestown Country Club, fee 2 - 9 p.m. More...

New Year resolutions: Keep a positive attitude - Marlene Murphy Provide more items of convenience for my customers - Ilesh Patel Quit smoking - Johnna Jamieson Start a walking program - Andrea Sherry Slow down and get some sleep - Karen Gorden More...

The news of 10 and 15 years ago is from the Jamestown Press. The news of 100 years ago came from the collection of the Newport Historical Society. 100 years ago From the Newport Daily News, December 28, 1908 Rev. and Mrs. C. D. Burrows left yesterday for Florida, where they will be for five weeks' vacation. The pulpit of St. More...

Anthony T. "Skippy" LaFazia, 82, of Jamestown died peacefully Dec. 26, 2008 at home. He was the beloved husband of Isobel (Stephen) LaFazia for 56 years. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Thomas and Palma (LaMastro) LaFazia. More...

Electrical permits Joe Dutra received a permit Dec. 22 to upgrade service to 200 amps at 20 Weeden Lane, work estimated to cost $2,250. Eric Archer received a permit Dec. 22 to install a temporary service at 20 Ocean Ave., work estimated to cost $2,200. More...

CITATION STATE OF RHODE ISLAND AND PROVIDENCE PLANTATIONS OFFICE OF THE CLERK OF SUPERIOR COURT PETITION TO FORECLOSE TAX LIEN N. M. No. More...